Bobek
Alpha acid
3.5–9.3%
Beta acid
4–6.6%
Total oil
0.7–4 mL
Slovenia
Diamant
Alpha acid
7–7.5%
Beta acid
-
Total oil
1.5–1.7 mL
Germany
Key differences
When to pick Bobek
- More essential oils - more intense aroma
- Bittering workhorse - efficient in the mash
When to pick Diamant
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Bobek
PineFloral
Only in Diamant
FennelLavenderCitrus
Property
| Property | Bobek | Diamant |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 3.5–9.3% | 7–7.5% |
| Beta acid | 4–6.6% | - |
| Co-humulone | 26–31% | 18–20% |
| Total oil | 0.7–4 mL | 1.5–1.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 30–45% | - |
| Humulene | 13–19% | - |
| Caryophyllene | 4–6% | - |
| Farnesene | 4–7% | - |
| Origin | Slovenia | Germany |
| Purpose | Bittering | Aroma |
Fuggle
Willamette